1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2837 mm |
